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yo

Pronunciation: [joʊ]

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Learn how to use yo in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “greeting”

(interjection) a friendly way to say hello or get someone's attention. People use 'yo' like saying 'hi' or calling out to a friend.

Example

Yo! It's great to see you here at the park.

Example

Yo isn't the best way to greet a teacher in class.

Example

Yo, did you see the new movie that just came out?

Context: “emphasis”

(interjection) used to add excitement or to make a statement stronger. You can say 'yo' to show you're really serious or excited about something.

Example

That concert was amazing, yo!

Example

It wasn't boring, yo didn't make it sound exciting.

Example

Are you really going to eat that pizza, yo?

How to pronounce yo

Pronunciation: [joʊ]

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